Status:
valid
Authors:
(Torr. & A.Gray) H.Rob.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Phytologia 28: 294 (1974)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000060810
Common Names
- Diverseleaf Indian Plantain
- Arnoglossum Diversifolium
- Diverseleaf Indian Plantain Plant
Description
Arnoglossum diversifolium (also called Arnoglossum, among many other common names) is a perennial herb that is native to Central and South America. It has long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in dry, open areas and is often found in disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Arnoglossum diversifolium is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a hedge or a windbreak. The plant is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Arnoglossum diversifolium has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Arnoglossum diversifolium can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or summer in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in a well-drained soil mix. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Arnoglossum diversifolium
Arnoglossum diversifolium is native to North America and can be found in moist meadows, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Arnoglossum diversifolium FAQ
What are the growing requirements of Arnoglossum diversifolium?
Arnoglossum diversifolium requires full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate a wide range of soil types.
How do I propagate Arnoglossum diversifolium?
Arnoglossum diversifolium can be propagated by seed or cuttings.
What is the lifespan of Arnoglossum diversifolium?
Arnoglossum diversifolium has a lifespan of up to 5 years.
Species in the Arnoglossum genus
Species in the Asteraceae family
Aaronsohnia pubescens,
Aaronsohnia factorovskyi,
Abrotanella filiformis,
Abrotanella rostrata,
Abrotanella linearis,
Abrotanella trilobata,
Abrotanella muscosa,
Abrotanella inconspicua,
Abrotanella trichoachaenia,
Abrotanella caespitosa,
Abrotanella nivigena,
Abrotanella pusilla,
Abrotanella linearifolia,
Abrotanella papuana,
Abrotanella rosulata,
Abrotanella emarginata,
Abrotanella fertilis,
Abrotanella spathulata,
Abrotanella purpurea,
Abrotanella patearoa,
Abrotanella submarginata,
Abrotanella diemii,
Abrotanella scapigera,
Abrotanella forsterioides,
Acamptopappus shockleyi,
Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus,
Acanthocephalus benthamianus,
Acanthocephalus amplexifolius,
Acanthocladium dockeri,
Acanthodesmos distichus,
Acanthodesmos gibarensis,
Acanthospermum humile,
Acanthospermum consobrinum,
Acanthospermum glabratum,
Acanthospermum microcarpum,
Acanthospermum hispidum,
Acanthospermum australe,
Acanthospermum lecocarpoides,
Acanthostyles buniifolius,
Acanthostyles saucechicoensis,
Achillea buiana,
Achillea conrathii,
Achillea cucullata,
Achillea styriaca,
Achillea clavennae,
Achillea cappadocica,
Achillea huber-morathii,
Achillea ptarmicoides,
Achillea sieheana,
Achillea barrelieri,